DESIGNED FOR: Any individual who needs a calorie and nutrient-dense alternative or addition to regular foods to assist with gaining muscle mass.

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Supplement Facts

Mix 3 scoops with 16 oz. of cold water or any beverages of your choice. Drink 1 serving daily, or as needed to satisfy your protein or mass-gaining requirements. To increase your protein and calorie intake per serving and to achieve an amazing milkshake taste, use milk.

Storage Instructions: Before consuming SYNTHA-6 seek advice from a physician if you are unaware of your current health conditions, have any pre-existing medical condition, taking any medication, planning any medical procedure, contemplating pregnancy, pregnant, or nursing. Reduce or discontinue use if any adverse reactions occur such as but not limited to gastrointestinal discomfort. SYNTHA-6 is only intended to be consumed by healthy adults 18 years of age and older. Keep out of reach of children and pets. Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

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Pumping Up? How to Pick Your Protein Supplement

Our protein supplement guide will help you excel on the court, in the gym, or on the road

If you take your workouts seriously, nutrition should be top of mind too. Protein is a great place to start, and focusing on getting the right types of protein, in the right amounts, and at the right times is key. Our protein supplement guide will help you meet your wellness goals, potentially improving your performance on the court, in the gym, or on the road.

What type?

Whey

Whey protein is quick to digest and provides all of the protein building blocks - the amino acids. Our bodies cannot make some amino acids, and whey is ideal for meeting essential amino acid needs. Whey also supplies branched-chain amino acids (BCAA), and some research supports that they aid muscle recovery after hard workouts.

Casein

Compared with whey, casein is slower to digest, and results in a lower, yet more prolonged rise in blood amino acid levels, which may provide a particular advantage for body builders. At least one study supports that casein outshines whey in terms of promoting strength and lean body mass gains in people following a structured weight-training plan.

Rice

Rice protein is less likely to create allergic reactions than other proteins, and it comes from a plant, making it appropriate for vegetarians. Another potential advantage is that rice protein contains a high proportion of arginine, an amino acid that can dilate blood vessels, possibly enhancing blood flow to muscles. Rice is not a "complete" protein however; it doesn't supply all of the essential amino acids. Some products combine rice protein with proteins from sources like soy or milk to make it complete.

Egg

Egg protein is ideal for people who are looking to build new muscle. It has a very high protein efficiency ratio (PER), which is one measure of how well our bodies can use any particular form of protein. The higher the PER, the more efficiently our bodies can use that protein when we eat it. Egg is off the charts in terms of PER. Egg protein also is a complete protein, and is a good source of essential and branched chain amino acids. Egg protein powder is made from egg whites, and comes in a convenient, pasteurized powder form.

Soy

Soy protein is a high-quality plant protein that provides all essential amino acids, making it a good option for vegetarians. For the body to best utilize soy protein, vegetarians should also eat grain or dairy within a few days. Soy protein comes in two basic forms: soy protein isolate and soy protein concentrate. Soy protein isolate is the most highly purified form, and has a minimum protein content of 90%. Soy protein concentrate contains more carbohydrates, and has a protein content of approximately 70%. Concentrates tend to cost a little less, but if you find soy protein concentrate doesn't agree with you, try isolate, which is easier for some people to digest.

How much?

With protein, as with many nutrients, more is not always better. According to Dr. Doug Paddon-Jones, Associate Professor at the University of Texas Medical Branch and Director of Exercise Studies, "30 grams of protein appears to stimulate maximum muscle synthesis. For athletes, each meal and snack is a chance to hit the 30 gram mark, giving your body several opportunities each day to maximize muscle growth and repair."

Another reason to spread protein evenly through the day is simple efficiency. "Given that your body won't use much beyond 30 grams of protein at a time, it doesn't make sense to load up with more than this," says Paddon-Jones.

When?

Breakfast-To support muscle building first thing in the morning, try trading traditional carb-heavy breakfast foods for more protein-rich options, such as a powder protein supplement mixed with milk and cereal.

If you're heading into a long strength-training session-Sipping a casein-based protein supplement prior to and during your workout will give muscles sustained access to amino acids. If taken in the evening, casein can provide a steady supply of amino acids while you're sleeping.

Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RD, an author, speaker, and internationally recognized expert in chronic disease prevention, epidemiology, and nutrition, has taught medical, nursing, public health, and alternative medicine coursework. She has delivered over 150 invited lectures to health professionals and consumers and is the creator of a nutrition website acclaimed by the New York Times and Time magazine. Suzanne received her training in epidemiology and nutrition at the University of Michigan, School of Public Health at Ann Arbor.

First let me say I recommend purchasing this in store. I was only charged 49.99. Apparently GNC has franchise locations & you may get a better price in one store than you will at another. Moving on now. I've only been taking this for about two weeks. So I can't say much about it's effectiveness. But I have lots of hope. Anyways it tastes ABSOLUTELY WONDERFUL. I prefer mixing it with Vanilla Almond Milk & it tastes just like a milkshake. I enjoy the flavor so much I'm beginning to drink it just for fun. Give it a try!

I bought this product for my husband who uses it to give him a great start to his day. He has been using it for 6 months and never misses a day. I know that he is getting the nutrition and calories that he needs to make it thru his day.

I use every day ,take 2 scoops instead of 3.I take it rite after my work out & on off days I take it 1st thing in the morning with breakfast. love this stuff,its the best tasting protein I have had .I have tried probably at least 30 over the last few years. Lite & easy on the stomach ,mixes great ,no clumps.No need to add milk taste just as good with water.I really can finally enjoy my protein ,Instaed of hating to take it and have clumps & a nasty chaulk taste in my mouth. No after taste.Great product.

I needed something to boost my calorie intake and boy does this work! I have been adding about 3 pounds a week of muscle! I use 2 scoops instead of 3 at once in the morning. It gives me that extra boost in the mornings to get going along with the extra calories that I have been looking for. Great stuff and tastes excellent!!

Great product. Very smooth and easy on the stomach. It is a little tough to mix, even in a blender and can sometimes get those little powdery chunks, but overall a great product. Gives me the right amount of protein and a good recovery time even on my hardest days at the gym.

after trying Monster Milk & Muscle milk i found this shake to be the most effective. after 2 months of serious working out on a ship i gained 5lbs per week. went from 158-172 quick. daily working out combined with Omega 3 & fish oil, creatine, Jak3d this stuff really added the muscle quick. I plan on bringing 3 more with me on the next deployment. i have to compensate for the extra equipment but totally worth it.